RECIPE : Mushroom and Tarragon Soup: A Creamy Classic for Cosy Days
When comfort calls, few dishes answer quite like a bowl of homemade mushroom and tarragon soup. Earthy, aromatic, and effortlessly elegant, this recipe blends the deep umami of mushrooms with the subtle aniseed notes of fresh tarragon. It’s a quick, nourishing soup that feels luxurious without the fuss, perfect for chilly evenings, lazy lunches, or as a starter that steals the show. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just looking to use up pantry staples, this velvety soup is a warm hug in a bowl.
I’ve topped up the pantry with all the essentials, no panic buying here, just making sure we’re well prepared. Most supermarkets and local shops still have a good supply of fresh vegetables, so if you can, pick some up while they’re available.
Now, onto something nourishing and delicious: a quick and easy recipe for Mushroom and Tarragon Soup. It’s comforting, full of flavour, and comes together in no time.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Ingredients
Portobello mushrooms (enough to fill half your pot – white mushrooms work too)
Garlic cloves (use as many as you like)
300ml vegetable stock
A generous handful of fresh tarragon
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
A splash of cream (optional, for richness)
STEP-BY-STEP METHOD
Add the mushrooms and garlic to a pot and start to brown. Then add the tarragon and a little vegetable stock.
Try to use fresh tarragon. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add a good teaspoon of mustard and mix into the ingredients well. Add the remaining stock.
Bring to the boil and turn down to simmer for 8-10 minutes.
Remove from the heat and give it a good blitz and until fairly smooth. Taste, add salt and pepper if required. Return to the stove and add in some cream. Eyeball this, depending on the consistency you want from the soup and how creamy you want it.
Simmer for a further 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat and blitz again until smooth like a veloute texture.
Serve with a swirl of cream and some tarragon leaves.
There you have it, a very simple quick Mushroom and Tarragon Soup.
This mushroom and tarragon soup proves that simple ingredients can create extraordinary flavour. With just a handful of pantry staples and a few fresh herbs, you can whip up a dish that’s both comforting and refined. Ready to elevate your soup game? Give this recipe a go, and don’t forget to garnish with a swirl of cream and a few tarragon leaves for that final flourish. Share your creations or your twist on the recipe with me on Instagram at @TartanSpoonblog
Bon Appetite!
